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OP-ED Opinions 

Senate’s Rejection of Mrs. Lauretta Onochie: A Good Day For Democracy By Pelumi Olajengbesi, Esq.

Elwin Mandowa,
I must commend the National Assembly, particularly the distinguished members of the Senate who have today given Nigerians reasons to keep believing in our nascent democracy by rejecting the nomination of Madam Lauretta Onochie for a position within the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). By this singular action, the Senate has affirmed its commitment to the rule of law and… Read More
Africa South Africa Southern Africa World 

At least 45 killed in pro-Zuma violent protests in South Africa

Elwin Mandowa, , , , , , ,
– – At least 45 people have been killed amid the violent protests taking place in some provinces in South Africa over the jailing of former president Jacob Zuma. The protests mainly in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng have led to looting and destruction of some property. Gauteng Premier, David Makhura said on Tuesday that 19 people had died in the province… Read More
Africa Business World 

Commonwealth countries lose $345 bln in trade due to Covid-19

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– – Commonwealth countries are estimated to have lost up to US$345 billion worth of trade in 2020, including $60 billion in intra-Commonwealth trade, according to 2021 Commonwealth Trade Review on “Energising Commonwealth Trade in a Digital World: Paths to Recovery Post-COVID”. Released today, the Commonwealth Trade Review provides a timely and comprehensive analysis of the impact of the pandemic on… Read More
Africa Investments 

The Sustainable Energy Fund for Africa reports record number of transactions in 2020, secures $90 million in new funding

Elwin Mandowa,
The Sustainable Energy Fund for Africa (SEFA) approved seven high-impact projects worth $54 million in 2020, its best year in spite of challenging Covid-19 conditions, according to its recently released 2020 Annual Report. SEFA, managed by the African Development Bank, focuses on green baseload, green mini-grid, and energy efficiency investments. The Fund, founded in 2011, transformed into a Special Fund… Read More
Africa Ghana West Africa World 

Ghana’s first lady rejects allowances; to refund $150k paid her

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– – Ghana’s first lady Rebecca Akufo-Addo has decided to refund all monies paid to her as allowances since 2017 by the state. It follows public outrage over the government’s decision to pay her a monthly salary based on recommendation made by a Presidential Committee on emoluments for public officeholders. News of Ghana’s previous parliament approving an arrangement for spouses of… Read More
OP-ED Opinions 

Kanu’s Trial Is Supposed To Be Opposed, Not Monitored By Aloy Ejimakor

Elwin Mandowa,
Lately, some individuals and civic groups have, in some show of support for Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, indicated that they will ‘monitor’ his trial. In the same vein, some have also called for a fair trial. Fair trial of what? Illegality in high places? While it’s commendable that Kanu has attracted such avalanche of support across the spectrum, it’s important to… Read More
OP-ED Opinions 

Does Pastor Paul Enenche Still Commune With God? By Pelumi Olajengbesi Esq.

Elwin Mandowa,
How does Pastor Paul Enenche pray at night? How is he untroubled by the misery of innocent parishioners who continue to languish in DSS’ cells enduring estrangement and possible torture for simply daring to speak up against bad leadership? And what efforts are underway on the part of his church and leadership to correct this most terrible error of judgement?… Read More
OP-ED Opinions 

Buhari’s Attempt To Cage Freedom Of Press: The Audacity Of A Tyrant By Pelumi Olajengbesi Esq.

Elwin Mandowa,
The proposed amendments of the National Press Council (NPC) and the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) is a sponsored legislative misadventure to undermine press freedom, strangulate free speech and undermine reportage on true but embarrassing government actions and policies. It is a wicked improvement on the obnoxious Media Bill, National Broadcasting Code and the Twitter ban. It is, in fact, a… Read More
Africa South Africa Southern Africa World 

South Africa: Military deployed amid deadly unrest over Zuma’s jailing

Elwin Mandowa, , , , , , ,
Soldiers have been deployed to areas in South Africa where deadly protests have continued to take place over the jailing of former president Jacob Zuma. The government is hoping the soldiers can quell the deadly unrest that sparked looting of shops and setting of buildings on fire on Monday. At least six people have been killed and 200 arrested since… Read More
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